Wattisham Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 20m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Wattisham Airfield
Royal Air Force Wattisham or more simply RAF Wattisham was, between 1939 and 1993, the name of a Royal Air Force station located in East Anglia just outside the village of Wattisham, south of Stowmarket in Suffolk, England. During the Cold War it was a major front-line air force base, operating Quick Reaction Alert (South), before closing as an Royal Air Force station in 1993. Since 1993 it has been operated by the British Army as Wattisham Flying Station.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EGUWLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23▸ displaced | 7,953 ft / 2,424 m | 151 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | AIR GND | 125.800 MHz |
| APP | APP | 123.300 MHz |
| DIR | DIRECTOR | 123.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLACTON CTA 2 | Class A | CTA | FL105 | FL195 |
| CLACTON CTA 3 | Class A | CTA | FL085 | FL195 |
| WATTISHAM | Class G | ATZ | GND | 2283 ft MSL |
| WATTISHAM | Class G | MATZ | GND | 3283 ft MSL |
| WATTISHAM | Special use | Activity area | GND | 3284 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United Kingdom airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendlesham transmitting station | 1,001 ft | 197 ft | — |
| Sudbury B | 545 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Sudbury A | 338 ft | 220 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 213 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 187 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 121 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 115 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wattisham Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wattisham Airfield?
The ICAO code for Wattisham Airfield is EGUW.
Where is Wattisham Airfield located?
Wattisham Airfield is medium airport located in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom, at an elevation of 284 ft (87 m).
How many runways does Wattisham Airfield have?
Wattisham Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 7,953 ft / 2,424 m.
What time zone is Wattisham Airfield in?
Wattisham Airfield is in the Europe/London time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wattisham Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wattisham Airfield is approximately 1.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wattisham Airfield?
The nearest airport to Wattisham Airfield is Brown Farm Airstrip (GB-0973), about 3 nm to the w, followed by Elmsett Airfield and Rattlesden Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wattisham Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.